Larry Hopf Dam
Key Takeaway
Larry Hopf Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00616 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HOPF'S LAKE, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Larry Hopf Dam?
Larry Hopf Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Larry Hopf Dam?
Larry Hopf Dam is owned by HOPF'S LAKE, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Larry Hopf Dam built?
Larry Hopf Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Larry Hopf Dam?
Larry Hopf Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Larry Hopf Dam?
Larry Hopf Dam has a dam height of 45 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Larry Hopf Dam last inspected?
Larry Hopf Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.